Athwal - Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
Athwal is a village situated in the Dera Baba Nanak tehsil of Gurdaspur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dera Baba Nanak and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gurdaspur. Athwal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Athwal is 028887. The village covers a total geographical area of 285 hectares and falls under the 143511 pincode. Batala is the nearest town.
Athwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dera baba nanak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Athwal
According to the 2011 Census, Athwal village had a total population of 1,147 people, including 604 males and 543 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 81.68% and female literacy at 73.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,147 | 604 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 69 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 798 | 437 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 167 | 182 |
Nearby Villages of Athwal
Athwal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Athwal
Public transport in the Athwal is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Athwal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Athwal is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Athwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Athwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Athwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Athwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Athwal
Where is Athwal located?
Athwal village is located in Dera Baba Nanak Tehsil, Gurdaspur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Athwal?
Athwal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Athwal?
The pincode of Athwal is 143511.
What is the population of Athwal?
Athwal had a total population of 1,147, including 604 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Athwal?
Athwal had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Athwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Athwal was 77.78%. Male literacy was 81.68% and female literacy was 73.52%.